May 17, 2008

KSEB inks PPA with wind energy promoters

It is reported that Kerala State Electricity Board has signed agreements for purchase of power with 4 promoters of wind energy projects in the state. The promoters are
1) Bhima Brothers
2) Poppy Umbrella Mart
3) Watts Electronics
4) Shah Agency

The wind energy projects are coming up in Palakkad and Idukki districts. A total of 33 wind mill units are being set up at Agaly in Palakkad district and 44 at Ramakkalmedu in Idukki district with private participation. At Agaly, each unit will have a capacity of 600 kilowatts, which will work out to a total installed capacity of 19.8 MW for 33 units.